Question 1

what kind of operations needed for kidneystone?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Depends on the size and type of the stone: no surgery, cystoscopy, stent , laser stone removal, lithotripsy, etc.  You urologist is the best guide.

Question 2

what causes kidneystone?

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Variety of causes: Most patients with kidney stones have a metabolic abnormality which makes it more likely that their urine will form stones. The most common of these is excessive amounts of calcium in the urine which is frequently an inherited disorder. Since there are many additional possibilities, it is useful for folks with recurring stones to collect urine for one or even two days to uncover their abnormality.

Question 3

effect of pycnogenol on kidneystone formation?

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Probably none: As far as i know there have been no scientific studies in this drug and kidney stones, but understanding how it works i don't see that it should have any effect and should be safe. It should not alter the acidity of the urine.

Question 4

hello! doctors say that i have got a kidneystone at a size of about 7 mm. what do you recommend me? thanks

Accepted Answer

Depends: On the type of stone and why you had the stone. But as general rule drinking plenty of water is neccessary. Small asymptomatic stones can be observed

Question 5

i had laser opetation for my kidneystone last month on 12th of january and and they put stem .the stem going to removed on 6th of  feb .can i masterba?

Accepted Answer

Sure: You could have been enjoying yourself all along.

Question 6

12mm kidney stone?

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Big one: It will require intervention to excise.  Also, get your calcium and parathyroid hormone levels checked.

Question 7

what causes a kidney stone?

Accepted Answer

Metabolic issue.: Kidney stones are initiated by metabolic derangements in the handling of urinary oxalate, uric acid or calcium, for example. These derangements can be hereditary, and they allow for crystals of these substances to form.  These crystals serve as a nidus for stone creation.

Question 8

how is kidney stone treated?

Accepted Answer

Depends on size: Once kidney stone is confirmed by ct of kidneys treatment depends on size. Large stones needs to be surgically removed by urologists while smallers ones will pass. Push fluids and take pain meds. Sound waves can be used in lithotripsy to break up stones that can be naturally passed as well.

Question 9

l suffered kidney stone size8.1mm?

Accepted Answer

Most likely: you will pass it some times with lots of pains , drink plenty of water , if it get stuck then your rotor will help  you.

Question 10

advice for kidney  stone?

Accepted Answer

Nephrolithiasis : Drink plenty of water. Catch the stone when you can and get it analyzed.  Let us know if its calcium oxalate or some other forms of stone.  Depending on the stone type, lemonade maybe beneficial. A blood test is advised.

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